The city of Vercelli is located in the north west, the plain that stretches between Turin and Milan.

Its geographical position between these two great centers makes it easily accessible by rail and road. In addition, the proximity of the airports of Malpensa, Linate and Milan-Turin-Caselle, facilitates communication over long distances.

VIII. VISA

Any applicants requiring a visa must indicate this on the application form. The Competition’s Office will send the Italian diplomatic representation in their Country a letter of invitation.

IX. VENUES

Teatro Civico di Vercelli

Address: via Monte di Pietà 15- Vercelli

Capacity: 746

Opened: 1815

Museo Borgogna Concert Hall

Address: via Antonio Borgogna 6/8 - Vercelli

Capacity: 100

Opened: 1907

X. PRACTICE FACILITIES

Rehearsal on stage

The rehearsal on stage on the piano of the Competition will be possible from 3 October 2017.

Please refer to the Secretary’s office at your arrival to fix your rehearsal on stage before the first round.

Practice facilities

During the Competition candidates can practice in rooms with piano at the Teatro Civico, in the City Music School Vallotti and at some private families that will give the opportunity to the candidates to practice.

XI. PRIZE CEREMONY

The prize ceremony will be held on the stage of the Civic Theatre on October 14th 2017 at the end of the Jury’s decision.

XII. LODGING

To arrange their stay in Vercellii candidates may provide directly or may contact the Competition Office in order to secure a University College room or a hotel room.

1. Rooms at the University College

Single room: € 25Double room: € 20

Few minutes walking from the Civic Theatre.

Reservation online.

All rooms are equipped with bathroom, refrigerator, wifi, tv, telephone.

2. Host families

The first applicants registered in the Competition in 2017 and admitted to participate in the Competition may choose to stay with a host family.For the reservation please refer to the Secretary of the Viotti Competition.